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Overnight Maintenance Technician
- Dairy Farmers of America (Fargo, ND)
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Job Description
GENERAL PURPOSE
Demonstrate full proficiency in maintenance/mechanical activities to ensure that all equipment is operating effectively and efficiently. Perform general maintenance, preventative maintenance, over-hauls, modification, fabrication, welding, and/or mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and repair. Work with a limited degree of supervision, with oversight focused on complex and/or new assignments. Act as an informal resource for colleagues with less experience.
$6,000 sign-on bonus!
*$1,000-after 90 days, $2,000-after 6 months & $3,000-after 1 year
**Pay** - Up to $30 or more DOE per hour **Maintenance Wages are based on years of service and oncoming skills - make sure your resume is clean, up-to-date and accurate
Current Opening:
_Overnight Shift_ *Rotating evening/overnight shifts - must be able to work nights, overnights, holidays, weekends and overtime as needed
RESPONSIBILITIES
+ Perform maintenance and/or repairs (planned, unplanned, emergency) on production, processing, and packaging equipment as well as utility related equipment or systems, following all safety procedures
+ Perform preventative maintenance; perform routine inspections of equipment for assessment of reliability and performance
+ Read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures, electrical schematics, service manuals, and work orders to perform required maintenance and service
+ Support the installation of new equipment
+ Assist operators with training or troubleshooting to minimize equipment downtime
+ Complete work orders in a timely manner, while maintaining high quality standards
+ Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment in performing duties
+ Maintain communication with other departments, management, and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production
+ Ensure all repairs are documented. Complete all paperwork clearly, legibly, and accurately with required information. Document all required information in accordance with standard operations procedures
+ Stay up to date on new products, equipment, technology and techniques
+ Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes
+ Exhibit the ability to anticipate parts requirements for the tasks, follow proper purchasing procedures, and acquire parts ahead of anticipated task performance
+ Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues
+ Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements
+ The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required
Requirements
REQUIREMENTS
+ Knowledge of charts, tables, drawings, specifications, schedules, wiring diagrams
+ Able to inspect equipment, recognize potential problems, and take appropriate corrective action to prevent component failures or equipment down time
+ Able to use a variety of maintenance tools, hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment in a safe manner
+ Able to perform maintenance activities/repairs independently and assist on more complicated repairs
+ Able to perform minor to mid-sized projects from planning to installation
+ Able to present options and ideas to current processes or procedures
+ Able to adapt and manage to change effectively
+ Able to perform task and duties without constant supervision
+ Able to work effectively in a team environment
+ Able to diagnose and take appropriate steps to find solutions to problems
+ Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
+ Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
+ Basic computer skills
+ Must be able to read, write and speak English
Must be willing to work flexible hours including overtime, weekends and holidays.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
+ High school diploma or equivalent
+ Graduation from trade school or technical school preferred in areas such as electrical, programmable controls (PLC/HMI), mechanical, welding/fabrication, refrigeration, plumbing, etc.
+ 2 to 4 years of maintenance, mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electronic, computer-controlled equipment, PLC, and HVAC or related experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
+ Experience on a variety of equipment including lubricating, cleaning, material handling, motor control, relay control, process control and packaging equipment
+ Experience with ammonia refrigeration systems preferred
+ Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment
An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans
**Pay Range** Up to $30.00/hour
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